Science Teacher

Cognita; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Free tuition for staff children

Local benefits

Job summary

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd is looking for a full-time, temporary Science Teacher at The British School of Barcelona, starting in October 2026. This role involves delivering the IGCSE Triple and Double Award Science, IBDP, and A Level programmes, while supporting student development.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in teaching, particularly in Biology at GCSE and IBDP or A Level standards, and an ability to teach KS3 Science. The position offers local benefits and free tuition for staff's children.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in teaching Biology at GCSE and IBDP or A Level standards.
• Ability to teach KS3 Science and another IGCSE double award science discipline is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science at KS3 and double science at KS4.
• Deliver outstanding, innovative and inspirational lessons.
• Set high expectations and track progress using data, observations and assessments.
• Maintain discipline according to school procedures and encourage punctuality, behaviour and work standards.
• Assess students’ work in line with school policies, referring to student performance targets.

Skills

Teaching Biology at GCSE

Teaching IBDP or A Level

Teaching KS3 Science

Job description

About the Role

Full-time, temporary Science Teacher (paternity cover) at The British School of Barcelona, Castelldefels campus, starting October 2026.

Responsible for delivering the IGCSE Triple and Double Award Science, IBDP and A Level programmes, supporting our science curriculum and student development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science at KS3 and double science at KS4.
• Deliver outstanding, innovative and inspirational lessons.
• Set high expectations and track progress using data, observations and assessments.
• Maintain discipline according to school procedures and encourage punctuality, behaviour and work standards.
• Assess students’ work in line with school policies, referring to student performance targets.

Departmental Contribution

• Support the vision and delivery of the science department and the school.
• Collaborate on planning to develop an engaging curriculum.
• Support robust and formative assessment systems and intervention programmes.
• Contribute to professional development discussions and seek opportunities for personal growth.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in staff development and performance management programmes.
• Attend staff meetings, open evenings, parents’ evenings, assemblies and morning briefings.
• Act as tutor supporting pastoral care for your form group.
• Support the extracurricular programme of the school.
• Carry out tasks reasonably required by the Headteacher and Principal.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in teaching Biology at GCSE and IBDP or A Level standards.
• Ability to teach KS3 Science and another IGCSE double award science discipline is an advantage.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package.
• Free tuition for staff children at BSB.
• Local benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.